Venom Peptides as Precision Therapeutics: From Discovery to Clinical Translation
A special issue of Toxins (ISSN 2072-6651). This special issue belongs to the section "Animal Venoms".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 30 November 2026 | Viewed by 297
Editors
2. Department of Biomedical Sciences, Faculty of Health Sciences, University of Macau, Avenida de Universidade, Taipa, Macau SAR 999078, China
Interests: novel therapeutic antibody development; venom-based peptide and natural biomolecule prototype drug development; cancer biomarker and immunotherapy marker discovery for prognostic and therapeutic validation
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Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
This Special Issue titled, "Venom Peptides as Precision Therapeutics: From Discovery to Clinical Translation", explores the potential of venom-derived peptides in modern therapeutics. Venoms from various organisms, including snakes, spiders, and marine life, are rich sources of bioactive compounds with unique pharmacological properties. This Special Issue will focus on the multifaceted journey of venom peptides, from their initial discovery and characterization to their application as targeted therapies in clinical settings.
We will explore the biochemical mechanisms of action, the innovative techniques used in peptide synthesis and modification, and advancements in drug formulation. Furthermore, this Special Issue will highlight recent breakthroughs in the clinical translation of venom peptides, showcasing case studies where these compounds have successfully been developed into effective treatments for conditions such as cancer, pain management, and autoimmune diseases.
By bringing together contributions from leading researchers in the field, our goal is to foster a comprehensive understanding of the therapeutic potential of venom peptides while addressing the challenges of their development. This Special Issue will serve as an invaluable resource for researchers, clinicians, and pharmaceutical developers interested in the intersection of natural products and precision medicine.
Prof. Dr. Hang Fai (Henry) Kwok
Dr. Alexandre K. Tashima
Guest Editors
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Keywords
- venom peptides
- precision therapeutics
- drug development
- clinical translation
- pharmacology
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